11 December 2008

I've used the MapMate species recording database for about seven years now, both at home and in my jobs, and I've run a number of training workshops for people wanting to use this program. I've just been experimenting with putting up my 'MapMate overview' presentation onto SlideShare. The procedure I used was:

Create a powerpoint presentation

Record a commentary to go with it - I recorded mine in Powerpoint 2007, but this was a bit of a pain, and I ended up having to edit the commentary using the WavePad Sound Editor (a great free download), so will record it separately next time

1 December 2008

Not found time for blogging lately, but have just added a coupe of pages to my website, on insect identification resources in general, and Coleoptera in particular. Have a look at the pages and let me know if you have any additional suggestions for useful information on these subjects.

About Me

interested in invertebrates, biodiversity conservation, biological recording, among other things; work for Open University and as independent consultant (invertebrate survey, training, data management)